Treatment and reassurance at JGH clinic for patients with rare blood cancers
A pace-setting JGH clinic is providing care and support to patients with rare blood cancers, while raising awareness and promoting research.
JGH recognized for eliminating unnecessary tests and procedures
The JGH has been certified by Choosing Wisely Canada for eliminating tests and procedures that are unnecessary, as determined by the latest research. As a result, patients have less exposure to potential harm, plus reduced stress.
From the archives: Historic operation saves heart patient’s life in 1968
In January 1968, the JGH made medical history as the first hospital in the world to use an external, artificial heart-assist pump to resuscitate a patient who was dying of an acute heart attack.
Major boost to JGH’s cardiovascular program through new Azrieli Heart Centre
The Azrieli Heart Centre has been launched at the JGH, as have upgrades to Intensive Care, through a combined $25 million gift that ranks as one of the most generous acts of philanthropy in JGH history.
Drug shows promise for those trying to quit smoking after a heart attack
Nearly half of the heavy smokers who were admitted to hospital after a heart attack had successfully quit smoking six months after being given the drug varenicline.